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Tapas Catering in West Chiltington
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella makes the food a highlight of your event in West Chiltington.
- Tapas and paella menus
- Anniversary parties
- Engagement parties
Tapas catering near West Chiltington
Tapas catering in West Chiltington, made fresh on the day
Tapas are made for sharing and talking over. We serve them in two ways: canapés carried round while guests mingle, or table tapas set down to share. Whether it is sharing boards for evening guests and office parties and launches, we can cook padrón peppers, croquetas and Serrano ham.
Near West Chiltington, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. You will know exactly what’s included before you book: the menu, the staff and any extras.
- Location
- West Chiltington (RH20)
- County
- West Sussex
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Step by step
When we arrive, we set up the burners and pans and start cooking the sofrito and stock. The rice goes in about 20 minutes before serving, so we time everything to your schedule. A summer drinks reception in West Chiltington has daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it is dark around 7:05pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- We check your date.
- You pick the style.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- We serve the spread.
- We clear away at the end.
Preparing for the day
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Get a quote
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in West Chiltington? Send us the details and we will come back with ideas and a quote. To contact us, fill in our quote form.
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The menu, dish by dish
Croquetas
Croquetas disappear fast.
Patatas bravas
Crisp potatoes with a spicy tomato sauce.
Planning the cooking area
We will agree the cooking spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Space on each table
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
What we offer
- Padrón peppers
- Manchego & membrillo
- Serrano ham
- Patatas bravas
- Tortilla española
- Chorizo in red wine
- Gambas al ajillo
- Albóndigas
- Croquetas
- Olives & bread
What tapas catering costs
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- The paellas you choose
- How many guests are eating
- How long we are needed on site
- Travel, parking and access
Larger events typically cost less per head, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Details that help
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- The venue or postcode
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Who books tapas catering in West Chiltington?
Easy to eat with a glass in hand.
Whatever you are celebrating in West Chiltington, live paella can be the centrepiece. We often cook for:
- Office parties and launches
- Birthday drinks
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Canapés with welcome drinks
Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Pulborough station, about 3 miles west.
What your quote should include
- The deposit and payment dates
- The wet-weather plan
- Whether VAT is included
- Exactly what’s included in the price
Drinks receptions around West Chiltington
West Chiltington is about 9 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. We bring tapas catering to homes, gardens and venues in West Chiltington and the surrounding area. West Chiltington is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we cook. We cook right across the region, from West Chiltington to Brighton (about 16 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Old Place Manor (2.8 miles west) and Parham House (3.2 miles south-west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed. After a ceremony at a church such as St Mary's Church, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. The South Downs National Park is within about 6 miles of West Chiltington, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
We cook at events all over RH20 and the streets around it. That could mean an event in a garden on Pond Rise, Church Street and Castle Rise or the roads around them. Close by, we cover events in West Chiltington Common (1 mile south-west), Nutbourne (1 mile west), Thakeham (1 mile south-east), Abingworth (1 mile south-east) and Marehill (1 mile west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Horsham (10 miles north-east), Worthing (9 miles south), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Burgess Hill (14 miles east), Littlehampton (10 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (11 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include The Storrington And District Museum (2.5 miles south). Not far away are Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve.
- Schools near West Chiltington include Rydon Community College (2.2 miles south)
Planners, venues and businesses
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so everyone eats promptly. Let us know how long the food break is.
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll explain how it works. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Catering for every guest
With a little notice, every diet is easy. We suggest:
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
- Make sure dishes are labelled
- Label seafood clearly
Staff carry canapés round and keep boards topped up.
Crockery and serving dishes.
West Chiltington questions
Which station should guests use for West Chiltington?
The closest is Pulborough station, roughly 3 miles away.
We are having a ceremony at St Mary's Church: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Can you serve drinks?
Sangria can be added, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
Can you supply plates?
If you need them, yes. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables can be added to your booking.
How much space do you need?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
Do you do tapas on their own?
Absolutely, for receptions, parties and evening food.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Let us know if you’d like one in your enquiry.
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What else we do in West Chiltington
Why choose live paella in West Chiltington?
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel special. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Why book with us
- Events in West Chiltington and across West Sussex
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Cooked live in giant pans at your event
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options
- Paella, tapas, canapés and desserts
- Sangria, bar staff, crockery and waiting staff